2018 Map of Harris

About this map

The rugged boundary between Humboldt and Mendocino counties is defined by dramatic elevation changes and a network of named ranch roads and openings. This landscape is anchored by high points such as Pratt Mtn, Little Buck Mtn, and Panther Peak, overlooking the deep drainages of the E Br S Fork Eel River and its numerous tributaries. Human activity in this remote region is marked by historic clearings or "openings," including Lewis Opening, Chervimov Opening, and Peterson Opening, which suggest the area's agricultural and ranching legacy. A winding system of roads like Bell Springs Rd and Jewett Rd connects isolated landmarks, while the Harris Cem serves as a quiet record of the families who settled this territory along Mail Ridge. The map detail captures the specialized geography of Northern California's back-country, where land use follows the ridges and creek beds.